International Executive Committee Updates

1. International Executive Committee Updates Winter/Spring 2019

2. Grand Regent Mancini • The MASK • Enroll to get The MASK online www.kappapsimask.com • Since everyone already has their phone out – sign up now! • Only have ~800 Brothers signed up to receive regular online issues • Reach Out & Read • Goal to raise $50,000 by GCC, currently raised $20,000 as of 12/4/18 • Public Relations • We want a big push to show our schools & communities the positive work we do • Try and get at least one philanthropy project noted in the media (school newspaper, local newspaper, news, etc) – Send info to publicrelations@kappapsi.org • Leadership Symposium 2020 – Info coming soon!

3. Grand Vice-Regent Askew • 59th Grand Council Convention – SAVE THE DATE: July 17-21st, 2019 • Grand Hyatt Washington, 1000 H Street NW • Introduction to the Convetion: https://youtu.be/gmN-e5Pt5vE • New activities coming to GCC including a student poster session and a virtual 5K Kappa Psi Foundation Fundraiser • Virtual 5K fundraiser will allow Brothers that are not able to attend GCC to join in the fun and help raise money for a good cause • A call for volunteers has been released – we are looking for those interested in participating in the career roundtables, as a CE or workshop moderator and as student poster mentors. Submit your interest through the survey https://form.jotform.com/83415051801144 or email me at claskew11122@gmail.com

4. Grand Counselor Milton • All information regarding ordinances and taxes for chapters has been relayed to the Province Supervisors. Taxes should be filed annually based on the Chapter’s fiscal year (May 15th for most Chapters) using the IRS Form 990 (N or EZ). Ordinances should be reviewed annually. • Chapter and Province policy manual templates and a tip sheet are now available on the website. • A legislative/parliamentarian checklist is available on the website. • ‘Disciplinary Process Form’ and ‘Risk Management Inquiry/Reporting Form’ are available on the website. • Policy updates have been relayed to the Supervisors.

5. Grand Historian Buchanan • The History of Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity: Our Modern History and Beginnings Revisited compiled and edited by Michael Cournoyer and Kali Weaver has been reduced in price to increase access for our Brothers. It is available for FREE on Kobo books and Barnes and Noble, $0.99 on iBooks, and $2.99 on Amazon. • To appreciate your history you must know your past. The MASK has been Kappa Psi’s main historical document over the years. The Executive Committee encourages all Brothers to explore our Fraternity’s past by reviewing previous editions of The MASK. • Chapter History Report Forms are due May 31 to coincide with the Collegiate Chapter Progress Report Form deadline but may be submitted at any time. Please use your chapter@kappapsi.org email to submit your report (see attached excel spreadsheet).

6. Grand RitualistStarvaggi • Creating a Ritual Page for the website • Ensures ease of access to Brothers for important information • Will not post any protected ritual information • Continuing work on the “History of the Ritual” • Plan is to have ready by the Grand Council Convention • Working on ritual best practices webinar to be presented in Fall • Will have restricted access, so look for guidance on how to enroll • Be sure to teach Brothers the correct aspects of the Ritual • Correct motto • Correct grip & test and when to use which • Proper order of principles: Industry, Sobriety, Fellowship & High Ideals (NOT FISH)

7. Graduate Member-At-Large Miller • With graduation (quickly) approaching, the graduate referral form is available to connect to a Graduate Chapter • 2019 Voluntary Graduate Dues are due! • 2018 set a recent record for dues payments • Coming Soon: Opt-in text reminders for voluntary dues • Graduate Chapter Reminders: • 2019 Graduate Chapter Dues: Due by March 15th • Send updated Chapter Roster to The Central Office • Update the Central Office and Graduate Member-at-Large after officer elections • Check Chapter email addresses regularly • New giving society: “Society 1879” • Further details to follow on membership and benefits • Graduate Spotlight Nominations: Email gmatlarge@kappapsi.org

8. Collegiate Member-At-Large Nardollilo • Collegiate Webinar Series to occur throughout the Spring, follow listserv for updates. Now for points on the Chapter Progress Report Form! • Collegiate Open Forum to share ideas, ask questions, and receive feedback from other collegiate Brothers and IEC Members utilizing GoToWebinar • Encourage all new members to subscribe to Kappa Psi Social Media Instagram: @KappaPsi Twitter: @kpsi Facebook: Kappa Psi • Texting Updates • Be sure to enrolled new year officers & GCDs at www.kappa-psi.com/texting • Check to make sure your chapter is up to date! • Collegiate “Best Practices” Manual • Written resource for new Regents, Chapter Officers, Province Officers and all interested Collegiates to serve as a “Go To Guide” to layout Kappa Psi’s Structure, basic requirements and best practices. • Updating Kappa Psi Promotional presence including PowerPoint presentation with supplemental video to positively promote our brand

9. Executive Director Porter • Effective January 2019: • All dues not paid in full by October 15th (Fall dues) or February 15th (Spring dues) will be charged a 2% penalty per month until debt is paid (per constitution) • If dues not paid or payment plan not developed with the Executive Director, the EC will consider suspension of said Chapter • A 3% service charge fee will be applied for all credit card purchases